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Divide 12/5 with 16/45

1st number: 2 2/5, 2nd number: 16/45

12/5 ÷ 16/45 is 27/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

  1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
    Reciprocal of 16/45: 45/16
  2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
    So, 12/5 ÷ 16/45 = 12/5 × 45/16
  3. = 12 × 45/5 × 16 = 540/80
  4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 27/4
  5. In mixed form: 63/4

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